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Shore Leave, Boston, MA

Shore Leave

4.7
4.7
264 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi
11 William E Mullins Way, Boston, MA 02118

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
  • Lively
Shore Leave is our interpretation of a tropical escape through the lens of our love for Boston’s rich dining scene.

Named after a sailor’s leisure time on dry land, Shore Leave’s tropical cocktails take you away from the hustle and bustle. This space, music, and our Shore Leave team, make every moment here feel like watching the sun go down with your feet in the sand. Off the main drag, just below the street in Boston’s South End, Shore Leave brings you on an everyday vacation.

Options are available for Regular Dining, Omakase Counter, or Bar/Lounge.
We do not take reservations for "just drinks" in our dining room. Bar and lounge reservations are available for up to 8 guests Sunday-Thursday 5-7pm.

We ID at the door. Underage guests are permitted but not at the bar.

Live entertainment! On Fridays Shore Leave hosts Drag Race watch party at 8pm and The People's Karaoke at 10pm. Entertainment varies so call or check our social media (@shoreleavebos) for details!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Private party facilities
    Our tropical oasis is the perfect space for your next event! We offer multiple spaces uniquely suited for small gatherings from 8-30 guests as well as the opportunity to book our entire restaurant.We accept reservations for up to 15 guests Sunday-Wednesday, Thursday-Saturday up to 8. For all other inquiries email info@shoreleaveboston.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Cross street
    William E Mullins Way & Harrison Avenue
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Omakase at Shore Leave

    $85.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at the Sushi Counter at Shore Leave for a fast & fun take on a tasting menu! If you are not familiar with Omakase, it translates to "I trust you"; you are trusting the sushi chef to curate your meal of approximately 12 courses. Expect a variety of bites including nigiri, sashimi, and tempura. This experience is quick paced so that you can enjoy the nigiri the moment it is made—as soon as you finish one piece, you’re handed the next by our sushi chef, who is right in front of you at the counter. Come early or stay late to enjoy cocktails and extra bites at Shore Leave’s bar! Your Omakase experience will be $85 per person not including tax or gratuity and will be approximately 12 courses.
    Omakase at Shore Leave Photo

What 264 people are saying

Shore Leave reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Greater Boston

    Sushi

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Shore Leave offers "fantastic atmosphere" and "amazing food," delivering a memorable experience with its unique tiki vibe. The "outstanding" cocktails and "exquisite" omakase stand out, while guests appreciate the "friendly" staff and vibrant ambiance. Although some find drinks strong, the overall charm and culinary delights make it a "must" visit.

264 Reviews
  1. Heather

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Best sushi I've had in the area. Love the detail they give to each piece for the omakase experience. Cost was a bit pricey but worth every bite.

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  2. Michael

    Caribbean1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was good but the drinks were over the top strong. Definitely not a good Polynesian drink. Just more of a punch you in the face straight alcohol.

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  3. Sal

    Greater Boston7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Shore Leave never disappoints! We had great food and drinks, and the waitstaff is fantastic. A bit offbeat and unique!

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  4. Natalia

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Expensive but delicious. We got tons of plates to share for a group of five and also got flaming shots for the birthday girl. Awesome ambience and lighting too

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  5. Harry

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The drinks were outstanding! The food was delicious..and the staff were very friendly. The speakeasy /tiki vibe was cool. Great place for a date. Definitely would go again.

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  6. Robert VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved this restuarant! From the greeting at the door through the wait staff everything was great! The drinks and food were fantastic. We will be back often!

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  7. Marcelo

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an Amazing experience, could not tell you what was my favorite dish because I love EVERYTHING.
    Shore LeaveResponded on April 8, 2025
    Hi Marcelo! Thank you so much for your kind words, we passed your compliments on to both the front and back of house teams. Please come see us again soon. Brittany and The Shore Leave Team

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  8. Daniel

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Awesome atmosphere, awesome cocktails! Really fun place!

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  9. Giovanni VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Amazing food, really fun Omakase experience, but make sure to check their karaoke schedule as the two massive speakers are blasting right next to the omakase bar lol. Still super fun and will definitely be going back.

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  10. Gail VIP

    Greater Boston33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome as always. Great restaurant . Love shore leave

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FAQs

Shore Leave offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (617) 530-1775.

Shore Leave is rated 4.7 stars by 264 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Greater Boston
  4. Boston
  5. South End

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Shore Leave

11 William E Mullins Way, Boston, MA 02118

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    William E Mullins Way & Harrison Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    South End
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–1:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive chef
    Colin Lynch
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Our tropical oasis is the perfect space for your next event! We offer multiple spaces uniquely suited for small gatherings from 8-30 guests as well as the opportunity to book our entire restaurant.We accept reservations for up to 15 guests Sunday-Wednesday, Thursday-Saturday up to 8. For all other inquiries email info@shoreleaveboston.com.
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